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Model Predictive Contour Control–Based Autonomous Landing of a Quadrotor on a Moving Ground Vehicle

  • Wenjing Ren
  • , Xin Dong*
  • , Jinwu Xiang
  • , Daochun Li
  • , Yangjie Cui
  • , Zhan Tu*
  • *Corresponding author for this work
  • Beihang University

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Abstract

This study presents a model predictive contour control (MPCC)–based landing guidance framework for an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) performing autonomous landing on a moving unmanned ground vehicle (UGV). The proposed approach relies solely on dynamic state feedback, incorporating sensor noise considerations, and conducts real-time optimization to minimize both contouring and lag errors relative to the moving platform. By integrating prediction and correction within a unified MPCC formulation, the method achieves smooth and stable descent. Simulation results under dynamically varying and noisy motion conditions demonstrate that the proposed framework ensures precise, smooth, and disturbance-tolerant landing performance.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2025 7th International Conference on Robotics, Intelligent Control and Artificial Intelligence, RICAI 2025
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages259-264
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9798331569341
DOIs
StatePublished - 2025
Event7th International Conference on Robotics, Intelligent Control and Artificial Intelligence, RICAI 2025 - Hangzhou, China
Duration: 14 Nov 202516 Nov 2025

Publication series

Name2025 7th International Conference on Robotics, Intelligent Control and Artificial Intelligence, RICAI 2025

Conference

Conference7th International Conference on Robotics, Intelligent Control and Artificial Intelligence, RICAI 2025
Country/TerritoryChina
CityHangzhou
Period14/11/2516/11/25

Keywords

  • autonomous landing
  • disturbance tolerance
  • MPCC
  • UAV–UGV cooperation

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